Latch problem I have a 98 jeep grand charokee, door will open from inside not outside. my wife broke the sheetmetal around the door mech. I reattatched the metal and installed the 3 bolt/screws in the mech. could something have detatched any linkage inside the door cavity?

My wife did the same thing to my truck. I am a bodyman so I know your problem. The Latch mech that is held by the 3 screws you mentioned needs to be replaced. The release leaver that engages your door strycker is not returning to the correct position when you press the door button. the inside door leaver activates the mech from a different position and has more throw so it often releases. Unfortunately the latch is very expensive at least I think so!
it is a bit complicated to exchange so get someone who has done it a few times... not much room in there to connect the leavers. Phil

Yessssss....the linkage in outside handle isnt installed